The zoo hosted the seven-week competition as a fun way to celebrate Canada's sesquicentennial (150th) anniversary, as well as to call to attention important conservation efforts for Canada's endangered species.

"Since we launched this campaign on March 23, another 11 species have been added to Canada’s list of endangered species," said Lindsey Galloway, senior director of the zoo, in a press release.

"What this says to us, is that even though the fun campaign is over, our important conservation work is more crucial than ever."